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Katara

kuh-TAHR-uh

Katara is a girl’s name of English origin, meaning “A fictional name, popular due to *Avatar: The Last Airbender*, meaning unknown. It's evocative.”. It currently ranks #2564 in the US, and peaked in popularity in 2024.

Letters6
Syllables3
OriginEnglish

What Katara Means

A fictional name, popular due to *Avatar: The Last Airbender*, meaning unknown. It's evocative.

The Story of Katara

This name, born of elemental power and compassion, hums with a destiny that is both fierce and deeply nurturing for your child.

Katara is a name that gained significant recognition through the popular animated series *Avatar: The Last Airbender*, where it represents a strong and compassionate waterbending master. While its precise etymology is not definitively stated within the show, its sound evokes a sense of flow and resilience, possibly drawing inspiration from various cultures that emphasize water and strength.

When you consider 'Katara' for your daughter, you envision a spirit that can both nurture and protect. It’s a name that feels like a cool, clear stream, offering solace and strength. You imagine hearing it called with affection, a sound that promises resilience and a gentle, unwavering heart.

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Numerology

8

The Achiever

Powerful, determined, and success-oriented. Names at 8 project confidence and ambition.

Famous Namesakes

  • Katara

    The waterbending master from Avatar: The Last Airbender.

Personality Traits

CompassionateStrongResilientMysterious

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Peak Year

#69 in 2024

Total Births

1,436

First Recorded

1971

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